claw clip

Hinged hair holder

A claw clip is a hair accessory consisting of two hinged, interlocking combs with curved teeth that clamp together when squeezed, holding hair in place through spring tension.

The teeth resemble claws or jaws, giving the clip its name.

Claw clips range from small decorative pieces to large ones capable of securing thick hair in updos.

They became iconic in 1990s fashion, fell out of favor, and resurged in popularity in the 2020s.

She twisted her hair up and secured it with a claw clip.

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messy bun · half up · sectioning · Y2K · 90s fashion · plastic · grip · thick hair · resin · hold · quick fix · getting ready · acrylic · French twist · ponytail · clamp · styling · slide

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flowing hair

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Top 200,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G